Carved by the Colorado River, nearly 2 billion years of Earth"s history are exposed in the layers of the Grand Canyon. While geologists continue to debate parts of the formation story of the canyon, recent studies suggest the river carved its path through the region about 5 to 6 million years ago. Since then, the river has been deepening and widening the canyon while sculpting its dramatic geographic features.
Zoroaster Temple, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
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Wild and Scenic Rivers Act
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World Oceans Day
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World Meteorological Day
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A circular celebration
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Mangrove Conservation Day
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National Hug Day
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A Bengal tiger in Ranthambore National Park, India
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Oktoberfest begins
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Boxing Day
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Presidents Day
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Celebrating Norwegian Constitution Day
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National Moth Week
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